Dr Maureen Pianta is a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychological support and counselling to individuals and groups in a variety of public and private sector settings.

Psychological Services
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Hypnotherapy
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Therapeutic Methods
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Meditation techniques
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Referrals
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Psychological Services are provided in the following areas
Individual Counselling
Relationship Issues
Adjustment & Transitional Issues e.g., Identity, Career Change, Ageing
Grief, Loss & Bereavement
Anxiety & Stress Management
Relaxation Therapy
Panic Attacks, Fears, Phobias
Depression; Post-Natal Depression
Shyness
Assertiveness Training
Improving Communication & Coping
Pain Management
Chronic Illness
Sleeping Problems
Eating Issues
Personal Development & Self-Esteem
Hypnotherapy is provided for
Stress
Anxiety Symptoms
Coping with Cancer
Fears & Phobias
Panic Attacks
Building Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence
Pain Management
Enhancing Performance
Smoking Cessation
Weight Control
Therapeutic Frameworks
Humanistic
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal Therapy
Mindfulness
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Meditation techniques and energy based approaches are taught to assist people to fulfil personal goals
Jyothi meditation (meditation on light) is taught for seekers of inner peace and the wisdom within.
‘Cutting the Ties that Bind’ is a visualisation/meditation process which is facilitated within therapy sessions. The ‘Cutting the Ties’ process is particularly empowering for those who wish to gain emotional release from past relationships and negative attachments. This process assists people to let go of the past and ‘move on’ in their lives.
Confidentiality
Psychologists follow strict ethical guidelines regarding client confidentiality.
Referrals
Individuals may either refer themselves or be referred by Medical Practitioners or other Health Professionals.
A written referral provided by a Doctor is appreciated if counselling is required for health related issues.
Dr Maureen Pianta DPsych (Couns. Psych.)
M.A. (Couns. Psych.)
Grad Dip Applied Child Psych.
Dip Clinical Hypnosis, A.S.H.

Member APS College of Clinical Psychologists
Member APS College of Counselling Psychologists
Locations for Appointments
25 Woodland Street
Essendon 3040, VIC
Phone: (03) 9088 0288
Fax: (03) 9088 0297
6 Melville Road
Pascoe Vale South 3044, VIC
Phone: (03) 9386 3409
Fax: (03) 9386 0929
Psychological Services are provided in the following areas
Individual Counselling
Relationship Issues
Adjustment & Transitional Issues e.g., Identity, Career Change, Ageing
Grief, Loss & Bereavement
Anxiety & Stress Management
Relaxation Therapy
Panic Attacks, Fears, Phobias
Depression; Post-Natal Depression
Shyness
Assertiveness Training
Improving Communication & Coping
Pain Management
Chronic Illness
Sleeping Problems
Eating Issues
Personal Development & Self-Esteem
Therapeutic Frameworks and Methods
Humanistic
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal Therapy
Mindfulness
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Hypnotherapy is also provided for
Stress
Anxiety Symptoms
Coping with Cancer
Fears & Phobias
Panic Attacks
Building Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence
Pain Management
Enhancing Performance
Smoking Cessation
Weight Control
Meditation techniques and energy based approaches may be introduced to assist people to fulfil personal goals.
Jyothi meditation (meditation on light) is taught for seekers of inner peace and the wisdom within.
‘Cutting the Ties that Bind’ is a visualisation/meditation process which is facilitated within therapy sessions. The ‘Cutting the Ties’ process is particularly empowering for those who wish to gain emotional release from past relationships and negative attachments. This process assists people to let go of the past and ‘move on’ in their lives.
Dr Maureen Pianta DPsych (Couns. Psych.)
M.A. (Couns. Psych.)
Grad Dip Applied Child Psych.
Dip Clinical Hypnosis, A.S.H.

Member APS College of Clinical Psychologists
Member APS College of Counselling Psychologists
Locations for Appointments
25 Woodland Street
Essendon 3040, VIC
Phone: (03) 9088 0288
Fax: (03) 9088 0297
6 Melville Road
Pascoe Vale South 3044, VIC
Phone: (03) 9386 3409
Fax: (03) 9386 0929
Hypnotherapy is also provided for
Stress
Anxiety Symptoms
Coping with Cancer
Fears & Phobias
Panic Attacks
Building Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence
Pain Management
Enhancing Performance
Smoking Cessation
Weight Control
Meditation techniques and energy based approaches may be introduced to assist people to fulfil personal goals.
Jyothi meditation (meditation on light) is taught for seekers of inner peace and the wisdom within.
‘Cutting the Ties that Bind’ is a visualisation/meditation process which is facilitated within therapy sessions. The ‘Cutting the Ties’ process is particularly empowering for those who wish to gain emotional release from past relationships and negative attachments. This process assists people to let go of the past and ‘move on’ in their lives.
Dr Maureen Pianta DPsych (Couns. Psych.)
M.A. (Couns. Psych.)
Grad Dip Applied Child Psych.
Dip Clinical Hypnosis, A.S.H.

Member APS College of Clinical Psychologists
Member APS College of Counselling Psychologists
Locations for Appointments
25 Woodland Street
Essendon 3040, VIC
Phone: (03) 9088 0288
Fax: (03) 9088 0297
6 Melville Road
Pascoe Vale South 3044, VIC
Phone: (03) 9386 3409
Fax: (03) 9386 0929
Referrals
Individuals may either refer themselves or be referred by Medical Practitioners or other Health Professionals.

A written referral by a GP is appreciated if counselling or hypnotherapy is required for health related issues.